Ground beef with broccoli and squash
Ground beef with broccoli and squash A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Ground beef with broccoli and squash, gently spiced with oregano. SAFETY: ensure beef is well-cooked (no pink), and serve broccoli in small pieces.
🍽️ 50 g lean ground beef (5% fat)Alternative: lean turkey 🍽️ 60 g fresh broccoliAlternative: green beans 🍽️ 60 g squash (butternut or pumpkin)Alternative: sweet potato 🫒 5 ml extra virgin olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 1 pinch dried oreganoAlternative: thyme 2 servings
Melting pieces, perfect for developing chewing safely.
No major allergen identified.
May contain traces of gluten.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Ground beef with broccoli and squash, gently spiced with oregano. SAFETY: ensure beef is well-cooked (no pink), and serve broccoli in small pieces.
Difficulty
Little dishes, big smiles!
240 kcal
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CHECK freshness of the ground beef (smell, color, texture) Break the ground beef into small pieces (no clumps) Wash the broccoli and cut into small 1 cm florets (remove tough stems) Peel the squash and cut into 1 cm cubes Take all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature) Cutting board Paring knife Kitchen scale Non-stick pan Wooden spoon Do NOT buy pre-packaged ground meat (often has nitrites) Do not cut too large: choking hazard Always remove broccoli stems (tough) Always peel squash Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys NEVER serve undercooked beef For 12-18 months: even smaller pieces (5 mm) CRITICAL: buy FRESH ground beef (no pre-packaged with nitrites) Always remove tough broccoli stems Always peel squash to avoid choking Take out 30 min before for better incorporation Use within 24h of purchase 2
Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat Add the ground beef, break into small pieces with wooden spoon Cook 5-7 min until well-browned (NO pink) Remove the meat from the pan and set aside In the same pan, add the squash cubes Cook 8 min until squash is tender, stirring occasionally Add the broccoli florets Cook 5 min more until broccoli is tender but still bright green Return the meat to the pan 3
For 12-18 months: mash slightly with a fork For 18-24 months: leave small pieces intact For 24-36 months: leave as is (small pieces) Test the texture with a fork Adjust with a little water if too thick Make sure NO large pieces remain for 12-18 months Fork Potato masher (if needed) 4
Let cool to warm temperature (NOT hot) Test temperature on inner wrist Arrange on baby's plate Show the food to baby Watch baby during the meal Monitor allergy signs (rash, swelling) Put leftovers in the fridge (consume within 24h) Baby plate Small bowl + suction cup Spoon Non-slip cloth
Sprinkle with oregano, mix well
Cook 1 more min to warm through Non-stick pan Wooden spoon Lid Fork (to test tenderness) Do not overcrowd the pan Do not use too high heat: meat burns Do not overcook vegetables: lose vitamins Do not leave broccoli too long: becomes mushy Never serve pink beef Never add salt If too dry: add 1 tsp water Stir gently to keep pieces intact Watch the heat: too high will burn the meat Broccoli should stay bright green (not olive green) Squash should be melting-tender Adjust cooking time for softer textures for younger babies Do not leave large meat pieces for 12-18 months Do not serve tough vegetables to younger babies Do not add too much liquid (dilutes flavor) Always re-check temperature before serving Never add salt or sugar Never serve cold (digestible issues) For 12-18 months: texture should be like coarse mashed potatoes For 18-24 months: small soft pieces ok For 24-36 months: small firm pieces ok Always test the texture before serving Squash should be very soft for younger babies Meat should be ground very finely Phone (emergency)
Do not serve burning hot Always test temperature on inner wrist Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times Consume leftovers within 24h max NEVER serve pink beef Serve warm: flavors are more developed Squash adds natural sweetness Broccoli adds color and vitamin C Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer with a piece of soft bread Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
